Amazing pizza, hummus, falafel, and chicken shawarma sandwich!!! Got us in towards the end of the night and we were very happy with the overall ambiance and delicious food!! We're from out of town and I hope it is still here when we come back to visit!! read more

Where do I start? This place was superb. I had a party of seven from work. Reservation experience was great. We called to add a couple extra people, and then those people didn't show; they rolled with the punches. The table was set when we got there. Service throughout was friendly, prompt, over and above. Ambiance was great, in a very important way: There was nice music, but you could hear yourself think! Nobody had to repeat themselves a million times. Perfect sound level for a group our size. But the food was the absolute star of the show. Literally everything was perfect. For shareable appetizers, we got both the trio and the mezze plate. It was basically hummus flights, with pita triangles and multicolored carrots. All the hummus types were delicious. But a special shout-out to the truffle hummus--it was divine. It was very truffle-y, but it was also very light and creamy. Somehow that's not a combo I expected. Next, I'm already a falafel fan, but good *Lord* their falafel was unreal. Some kind of perfect crispiness on the outside and soft flakiness inside that I've never experienced before in falafel. I asked the server what he'd recommend, and he said beef kebab. I got the beef kebab. He was not wrong. The meat itself was sumptuous. And I just moved from Texas, where every other backyard BBQ has someone smoking their brisket for 18 hours. This was the kind of cook where even the marbling melts in your mouth. Even the carrots were good, I don't know what to tell ya. 10/10. read more

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Not sure what race is all about with this place. Waited to get seated while this other customer came in and started talking to one of the staff and the others didn't pay attention. Food - blah. Spicy Caesar not spicy at all. Falafel - not good. Overall I didn't care for it read more

So much yes to this spot! The food is fire! We got the Zoya Trio. It was perfect! Such a great addition. We also got the chicken kebab platter. The chicken was literally cooked to perfection. The taziki was also amazing! The salad was also great. Next time I'm in La Jolla, I'll head back to Zoya and have a feast! Our server was also really kind and efficient. Overall, it's a GREAT dinner spot. read more

Zoya - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

We were waking around La Jolla San meeded a nivel and a sip. We stopped in ambas the Blair made hummus..... so good. The pita bread was fresh out of the oven and yummy. Will have to go back to try the menu. read more

Zoya - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow... 5 stars for the food!! The truffle mushroom pizza!!! This was the best pizza my husband and I have had... I think ever!! The crust was bubbly and crispy and chewy. I wish there was a little more mushroom but the flavor was exquisite with the truffle oil and the buffalo mozzarella. We have talked about this pizza several times already and can't wait to bring our son here to try their other pizzas. We also got the appetizer board with the hummus, baba ghanoush and muhamarra... all were very tasty. The hummus was sprinkled with toasted garbanzo beans that gave it a nice crunch and the baba ghanoush had a nice smokiness to it and was garnished with pomegranate seeds. I really enjoyed the muhamarra as well. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. I got a mimosa (they were out of the first two flavors I ordered so I settled on a mango) and my husband got a Guinness that looked really good. Service was good... we were greeted by the owner right when we walked in and selected a patio table. Our server was very sweet. read more

Ambiance..cute place..next to where the old living room is Service..good and friendly.. Food..amazing..ao fresh and diff flavours..we got the royal trio..came with hummus..baba ganoush..tomatoes spread..and bread and carrots..they have threw diff hummus to try too..I loved the bab gaboush the best. Also got truffle fries and chicken sandwich. It was so fresh and loved the garlic sauce. read more

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03/31/2026 We met up with friends for dinner at this place. It is located on the southern end of the downtown area next door to Free People. You could call in to reserve a table (highly recommended!) or wait. They have inside seating, a small 6-8 person bar, and patio seating. Our server recommended the Mango margarita. It was good and sweet, but I barely tasted any alcohol in it. The Mezze Board was definitely a hit for the four of us - pita bread, 4 falafels, small, colorful fresh carrots, a trio of hummus, and some muhammara. We did have to ask for more pita bread. =) Apparently our hummus to bread ratio wasn't the best! LOL Hubby and I ended up sharing a chicken kabab plate, which came with light and fluffy saffron rice and a salad. The salad had roasted chickpeas (my favorite!), cherry tomatoes and a yummy vinaigrette dressing. The rice was delicious and the chicken was moist and tender. It was definitely more than enough for the two of us to share after having appetizers. Our server was friendly and efficient. We sat and talked a lot during our eating so he was very patient with us. We didn't even notice it started to get busy and tables nearby turned over at least twice while we were there. The quality of food was excellent - cooked well, tasted amazing, and presentation was perfect! We would definitely be back to try more of their food - specifically their pizza, sandwiches, and desserts. Their desserts looked amazing! We didn't have room for any. The table next to us ordered some dessert and they were shaped like fruit. The menu says there are different types of cakes and fillings inside each. YUM! Definitely check it out when you're in the La Jolla area. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. read more

Food was delicious! The servers were really great and super nice. I also loved my cocktail and would definitely come back.

How to even begin describing Zoya? If you want to spend a pleasant afternoon with friends, this is the perfect place. It has a great atmosphere for a perfect afternoon. You're greeted with a big smile, and each one of the servers is super attentive. Oogie (I hope I didn't misspell his name) was our very attentive waiter, suggesting hummus appetizers in different presentations, each one delicious. For our main course, we chose the Zoya Family Platter with perfect portions of marinated meat and chicken, not forgetting our "Too Hot to Handle" pizza, a unique take on sweet and savory. And to finish, we enjoyed delicious desserts, but the baklava was the best for me, accompanied by a rich caffè latte. Thanks to Zoya for creating the best evening. read more

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I dropped by a little over a month ago after the La Jolla Art & Wine festival with some friends and this was a cute little gem of a place to grab a bite with my girlfriends. The interior is super cute & aesthetic and is set up like a cafe, so probably best for smaller parties. We ordered the Zoya trio to share and I got the chicken shawarma bowl for my entree. Out of the trio (hummus, muhammara, baba ghanoush), my favorite was surprisingly the muhammara and I'm usually not a fan of red pepper in general. Very tasty and great flavor! I just wish there was more pita, as we had a ton of the dip remaining. The chicken bowl was tasty and the chicken was seasoned well, but overall a bit dry. It came with a dollop of dip, but this time there wasn't enough of it. Thankfully I was able to use the dips from the trio! The salad was fresh, but too lightly dressed and super plain. I thought there would be tomatoes or feta (which would have added some much needed moisture) at least but it was just spring mix seemingly tossed with lemon juice and a bit of olive oil. I hate to give this place 3 stars as it has a lot of potential, but another aspect that was missing for me was the service. Don't get me wrong, all the servers were super nice and friendly, but they totally forgot my entree so I was sitting there for almost 10 minutes while my friends got theirs. After I was finally able to flag someone down, I saw them trying to figure it out on the side, realize that they forgot/delivered my dish to someone else, and then rush remake it. Then after it got dropped off at the table, they didn't even acknowledge that they made a mistake and pretended that it was just a minor delay. And in general, the service overall was on the slow side. I know they're new so they still have some kinks to work out. I would be willing to give them another try in a few months after they're more settled and if I was in the area. I do love that they're dog friendly! read more

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Why Zoya didn't have a full house on a holiday afternoon is a mystery to me. My partner and I got a table on the patio next to the street under a few big umbrellas. The service was friendly and attentive. The menu extensive and price was right. The restaurant was inviting, nicely decorated with lively and lovely Mediterranean music playing. (I am a snob when it comes to hearing music that matches the cuisine of the restaurant I am dining in.) We ordered the spinach strawberry salad with falafels and mushroom pizza and shared. BOTH were fantastic. I could have eaten that salad for days. It was delicious. And I've never had better falafels. About halfway into our meal, it started down pouring outside. The staff offered an inside table, but we were well protected under the big umbrellas and thoroughly enjoyed hearing the rain and our view of the bustling Prospect Ave. It was very romantic! The waiter brought us a complementary bowl of warm soup and some pita bread which was so kind (it was very good and we ate it all even though we were sufficiently stuffed). I suppose he felt sorry for us in the cold, but we were actually very happy. The only criticism I have is the state of the bathroom. One of the doors was completely broken and unable to lock, and all the supplies were low or nonexistent. Other than that, it was an excellent experience and I will definitely be coming back! read more

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I came here on a Thursday around 11:30 AM, right when they opened. It was nice and quiet with only one other table seated. We chose to sit outside, and the patio setup was great. The umbrellas gave plenty of shade, and they allowed my two dogs to join us, which was a huge plus. Our server was fantastic. He brought out a bowl of cold water for the dogs. We were also given complimentary pita bread, which was a nice touch. For drinks, I ordered a Pinot Noir. There were two options, and I went with the one he recommended. It was phenomenal. Smooth and paired well with the meal. I ordered the: *Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken Shawarma: it was honestly one of the best salads I've had. The addition of figs made it stand out, and the chicken was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. Everything tasted fresh and light. I was able to finish the whole plate and walked away feeling satisfied, but not overly full. My friend ordered the chicken bowl, which looked just as good. The portion was generous enough that they boxed up half to take home. Overall, this is a great spot. Awesome service, fresh and flavorful food, and a really cute atmosphere. I'd definitely come back with a bigger group to try some of the appetizers and explore more of the menu. Everything that came out looked delicious. read more

Zoya - Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Zoya in La Jolla has varied Mediterranean eats, like their jalapeno beef sausage pizza, breakfast pastries, Nutella strawberry pizza and mushroom pizza. delicious and flavorful, located right in the heart of the jewel City la Jolla! read more

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Unique mediterranean place with pizza! I've never tried dates on a pizza before and it was definitely interesting. If you love dates, I definitely recommend the "Take Me On A Date" pizza. Make sure to add chicken for extra flavor. It is definitely on the sweeter side but the chicken adds in the perfect contrast. If you're not feeling pizza, try the Small Family Platter to experience a little bit of everything! The service was amazing! Everyone was so attentive and would check in on us every so often asking about the food as well :) This is a perfect place for family and friends read more

Zoya - Zoya Family Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is so so good! We got the appetizer platters to share and the hummus selection was great. Loved the falafel. I got the chicken kebab plate and the the chicken was tender and tasty. Ogi was our server and he was excellent read more

Zoya - House Mezze Board - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Had an overall great experience at Zoya. Service was warm, the food was well rounded, and I think there's even more room for potential. They've only been open a few months, and I can see this place getting very busy very fast on the weekends. There is outdoor seating if you have pups, and the indoor is very spacious for larger groups. The falafel sandwich was really good, not soggy and crunchy with a great sauce. The dips were incredible. Get the trio, and try them all. The fish is bone in, so it was require a bit of de-boning but it is worth it. We will be back, and so happy to have this restaurant in downtown La Jolla. read more

Zoya - dips - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Zoya opened over a month ago taking the space of the former Ahi tuna restaurant in La Jolla. Parking is always a challenge in this area. The restaurant has a full bar, ample seating inside and outdoors. Interior decor was lively with the typical faux greens and flowers cascading from the ceiling. Contemporary background music played. From the menu selections, the food seems to be Mediterranean with various hummus, grilled meats, sandwiches, salads and pizza. I ordered the hummus trio, side of falafel, beef skewer sandwich and a mocktail. Sadly, my phone desperately needed charging and didn't take food pics, apologies. The falafel balls tasted too dry and were smaller than expected, not like the ones posted that were larger and didn't have the greenish hue inside. I've eaten lots of falafels and so I was disappointed with this version. The beef skewer from the sandwich was for my pup, who enjoyed it. The mocktail was too sweet and sugary, couldn't drink it. The hummus trio was fresh, wish the baba ganoush had more of a smokey taste but nonetheless all these dips were delish. The only waiter was cordial, courteous, very nice and made our dining experience better than expected, excellent service. read more

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This downtown La Jolla suite near the Cove has gone through multiple businesses since a national burger chain closed its operations several years ago. Zoya is the latest entity to open with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine. The interior decor was modified from its predecessor, but nothing had changed in the layout. A kiosk was set up near the entrance if you wanted to place an order to go. That unit was not fully functional during my visit at the beginning of this month. The two-page food menu consisted of appetizers, bowls/plates, and salads on one side with pizzas, sandwiches, sides, and family style items on the other side. A whole roasted fish was one of the family style choices. A Beef Tikka Plate was my dinner selection. Two skewers of marinated beef filet were grilled medium rare and served with saffron rice, lemon labneh, and a salad. The meat was cooked well, however it could have used more marinade/seasoning beforehand. A larger serving of rice or the addition of pita bread slices would have provided better balance to the protein and veggies, especially for $28. The service from the staff was adequate as it wasn't busy that evening. I gave a four star rating for my dining experience at Zoya. read more

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Pleasant first time dining at this new restaurant in LJ Village on Prospect. We made a reservation using Google as we did not have any luck having our calls answered. Restaurant is pleasant in decor and has an open feel. We were greeted very kindly and offered our choice of tables despite restaurant being fairly busy. Server was very pleasant and efficient. We did not try the bar. Humus and pita appetizer. We split a family dinner for 4. They were kind enough to let us change chicken and beef to all chicken. Kabobs and schwarma very moist and perfectly spiced. Tiny taste of sweet baklava as a thank you for our business. Perfect end to a nice dinner. We'll be back. Their pizzas looked very good and we'll try one. read more

Zoya - Family platter but with all chicken instead of chicken and beef. It also came with pita bread. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

We had a great dinner here! We were immediately seated, service was very friendly. With three people total, we ended up getting the Mezze board and the chicken shawarma plate. I think that ended up being the perfect amount of food for us to share. I loved all the different hummus options that came with the platter, my personal favorite was the spicy hummus. We all liked the crispy chickpeas on top. The Muhammara was delicious!! The falafel was also great. The chicken in the shawarma plate we got was so juicy and overall the food was very flavorful. Everything tasted very fresh. I would definitely come back next time I'm in La Jolla. read more

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Last night was our first time at Zoya. We loved it. The food was fresh, tasty and quick to come to our table. Our server, Karen, was fantastic an made our meal smooth and fun. The restaurant is located right off of Prospect and we had no issue parking. Try it! read more

The house salad and margherita pizza was perfect lunch takeout when we were at a nearby hotel. Hot, thin crust pizza, really good crispy chickpeas and dressing on the salad. I loved how thin the pieces of tomato were on the pizza and that the pizza was hot. Margherita is such a simple pizza it's really nice to get it right. We opted for pickup instead of delivery and because it was a few minutes later than they estimated, they offered him a free drink while he waited. What a nice touch. read more

Good food, amazing for breakfast, walking distance from the beach. Great service as well. read more

Zoya - Kahi kaymak, Egg with basturma, cheese flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped in on a whim for lunch over the weekend on the hunt for authentic Mediterranean. Parking can be a bit of a nightmare on prospect but we were able to find spots quickly. Menu is fairly straight forward with bowls, plates, appetizers and pizzas. Casual dining with only beer and wine options. Our food was okay. Hummus didn't pack much flavor and the portion was quite small for $15. Chicken schwarma bowl was another quite small portion with a bit more char than we preferred. Not much to the entree beyond rice chicken and salad. Again missing key flavors you'd expect for a Mediterranean restaurant. Our server was great fixing the issue but not sure flavor and value was there for a return visit. Oddly enough the pizzas were quite popular and looked fantastic but not sure Zoya hit the mark for us. read more

Zoya - Hummus & Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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What a cute new spot in downtown La Jolla. The owner and the bartenders went above and beyond to provide stellar customer service! Their pita and muhammara are very flavorful, so is the baklava. The baklava is probably the best I have tried in SD. Will be back to try their main course. read more

Zoya - Muhammara - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I really wanted to give this place 5 stars but unfortunately it seems they are still getting into the swing of things as a newly opened spot. Location and venue are gorgeous, and the interior was obviously designed with care. Everyone was friendly, but service was a bit slow and it wasn't totally clear which staff were helping which tables. The food was good, but not outstanding. I wasn't a huge fan of the labneh, and there wasn't quite enough sauce (I would've preferred tzatziki, which they didn't have, but that's more of a personal preference) for the falafel bowl since the rice & falafel are a bit drier. Drink prices very reasonable and a good selection of mocktails to choose from. I'd probably swing back in a few months to see if they've ironed out the kinks! read more

Zoya - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I enjoyed my time visiting the soft opening last month. This pizza was delicious and the service was amazing. The drink menu was not expansive, but did the job. Small but charming. I'll be back. read more

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Zoya is one of those places that just feels right the moment you sit down. Cozy without trying too hard, warm lighting, relaxed energy, and food that actually delivers. We shared a few dishes and everything was on point. Fresh flavors, well balanced, nothing heavy or rushed. The Mediterranean plates hit that sweet spot where you can taste the quality without it feeling pretentious. Perfect for sharing, talking, and taking your time. The vibe is low key but intentional. Great for a date, catching up with friends, or just grabbing food and a cocktail without the chaos of louder spots. Service was friendly and attentive without hovering. Definitely a spot I'll come back to. Easy yes. read more

Friendly and kind service. Beautiful display of food. Meat was somewhat dry and some too much charred. Food was delivered cold. (Meats). Appetizers were amazing. read more

Zoya - Chicken and beef kabobs and appetizers - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Loved this new Mediterraneans and Iraqi restaurant. Appetizer trio was exceptional, chose the truffle hummus upgrade! Great decor and very friendly service. Chef is great! Location is awesome! read more

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Visited Zoya for date night after hearing really good things. The inside is cozy (the little fish lamps are so cute) and the staff is very friendly. We got a margarita pizza and the chicken shawarma bowl- pizza was great, but the shawarma bowl didn't wow us. The meat is halal, which is a huge plus read more

This is one of those places where everything you take a bite of you're like... wow.. that's so good! The people are nice. Chef and sous chef came out to greet me during their soft opening. Oogie( spelling) was courteous and attentive. So good that I went last night and came back the next day with an order for my office. Here's what great: The Baba Ghanoush! The Beef Kabab Sandwich! The Chicken Kabab Plate comes with saffron rice and salad! Chicken is very tender. And the Date Pizza I'm sure there are even more great dishes so I'll have to go back. Looking forward to trying dessert and falafel read more

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Finally some good Mediterranean food in this area ! Came here with the family and it was amazing ! We started off with the mezze board which comes a little bit of everything. 3 hummus, babaganoosh, muhamarah, and falafel ! So good the spicy hummus and muhamarah were my favorite. Then I got the chicken and beef kabob plate and the beef kabob is one of the best I ever had. My wife got the chicken shawarma sandwich and I took a bite it was amazing. We also got the truffle mushroom pizza we shared and it was amazing as well ! They have a full bar, so we got margaritas and I got the lime mint margaritas and it was so good ! Restaurant was clean, lots of room to sit and the service was great ! Definitely coming back here to try more food ! read more

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This is my second time coming here, I ordered a chicken kabob plate and the chicken kabob wrap for my girlfriend. This food is decent quality but not for the price, 1 plate and wrap was $55. On top of that they almost forgot to give me my pita bread and as I was walking out the young girl had the audacity to accuse me of taking a plate that was not mine. Very low of her and a very bad representation of the restaurant. Just because of that I won't be coming here again and I will pass the word around. read more

I had a great experience at zoya , honestly everything was spot on The appetizer plate had a really good mix -fresh , flavorful and nicely presented And the pizza came out hot with a perfect crust and great flavor the décor is really nice and gives the restaurant a cozy, stylish vibe. The service was excellent too. The staff were friendly and welcoming I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to family and friends! read more

Zoya - Mezze Board - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Finally!!!! The best of the best Mediterranean has landed in La Jolla. My foodie family was overwhelmed by the food catered by this fantastic new restaurant. We are talking delicious, fresh, flavorful, creative real deal food. The menu is vast and this place is both authentic and incredibly diverse. Although we ordered catering for a family dinner, I stopped in personally to place my order. Two of the owners were there and they couldn't have been warmer, more helpful or more personal. The ambiance looks lovely and we can't wait to go back in person. They made our to-go platters GORGEOUS! Shawarma, Beef and Chicken Kabobs, Hummus three ways with pistachios, walnuts and pomegranate seeds in abundance, baba ghanoush overflowing with flavor, Muhammara, falafel, chicken briyani, salad, crunchy delicious chick peas and Pistachio tres leches as the finale?? My foodie son and his wife were in from Austin where the food scene is top-notch - they became immediate fans. My picky parents were blown away, my cousins and all my guests drooled. The portions were generous and beautifully displayed. And the prices were truly reasonable, especially considering we are still working our way through the delicious leftovers. Truly can't wait to go back for the whole fish, the mussels, the pizza - did you say pizza??? I am grateful this team chose Prospect for their lovely new home. It is a veritable gem and we are super fans. Flavor has found its home in La Jolla. You're welcome!!!! read more

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This restaurant services up great cocktails and great customer service. We ordered several entrees with the pizza being my favorite. The food lack the typical Mediterranean flavor I'm accustomed to enjoying but the portion sizes were perfect. read more

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My friend and I stopped by here over the weekend, and it's definitely a cute spot with excellent service. The staff was so attentive and friendly that it almost pains me to say the food just didn't measure up. Compared to other Mediterranean restaurants I've been to, this place really shines in service but falls short in flavor. The pizza was pretty good, but most of the other dishes we tried lacked seasoning. On the plus side, everything did taste fresh, and the portion sizes were generous. Unfortunately, the flavors just weren't there for me, so I'm not sure I'd come back for the food. read more

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Exceptional fresh, flavorful food paired with truly professional service. I ordered through Uber Eats, and the staff thoughtfully called to clarify my order -- a proactive and courteous touch that reflects genuine care and operational excellence. This restaurant sets a high standard for quality and reliability in the area. Definitely my go to for this type of cuisine. read more

Zoya - Falafel plate & Appetizer - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California